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DEPARTMENT POLICIES
On this page, view the Department’s policies and contact us if you have any questions.
Department Policies Shape Who We Are
Our policies define what we expect from our officers and shape our training programs. We update our policies to follow national best practices and include community feedback.
On this page, you can look through policies of the Salinas Police Department.
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Use of Force
Please click below to view the Salinas Police Department’s Use of Force policy.
Automated License Plate Reader
The Salinas Police Department deploys eight vehicle-mounted Automated License Plate Readers. The license plate, registration history, and geographical location information are downloaded to a server housed and maintained by the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC). In compliance with SB 34 the following link will take you to the policy of the NCRIC.Â
Salinas Police Department: Private Property Enforcement Memo
This memorandum provides business owners, property managers, and operators of private parking facilities with a comprehensive overview of how parking, traffic control, trespassing, and solicitation laws are enforced on privately owned property within the City of Salinas. It outlines the legal requirements for posting signs, how to request police enforcement for unauthorized parking or traffic violations, procedures for towing vehicles, and guidelines for addressing trespassing, solicitation, and other prohibited activities.
The document also includes the official authorization forms needed for nighttime parking enforcement and posted no‑trespassing enforcement. Opening this link will give you the full set of rules, sign specifications, and step‑by‑step instructions for compliance with Salinas City Code and the California Vehicle Code.
Please note that PDF versions of policies are currently archived while we revise documents for easier review.
E‑Motorcycles vs. E‑Bikes: What Riders Need to Know
Electric off‑road motorcycles and electric bicycles can look alike, but California law treats them very differently. This brochure breaks down the major distinctions, explains where each type of vehicle is allowed to operate, and highlights what riders and parents should understand before buying or riding. Knowing the rules helps prevent citations and keeps our community safer.
Quick Reference Guide & Safety Brochure - E-Motorcycles, E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and E-Skateboards Polices
E‑motorcycles, e‑bikes, e‑scooters, and e‑skateboards fall under the California Vehicle Code, and each has specific rules for where and how they can be used. This guide outlines the regulations, operating requirements, and possible penalties that apply throughout California and within the City of Salinas. A downloadable version of the guide is available in English and Spanish.
For more information visit Salinas Police Department at (831) 758-7415.
